Support

Who is going to save the Ipswich River from overuse and pollution? People like you — each one doing their part to make a little difference.

When we all work together, it adds up to something meaningful. Here are just a few of the ways you can help ensure the Ipswich River is clean and healthy for future generations!

Drought 2016: Take Action for the River. Last year’s unprecedented drought with its devastating impacts on the river was perhaps the best opportunity we’ve had to finally address the river’s low flow problem. At this link, you will find suggested text for a letter or email to your local and statewide elected officials as well as a list of names and contacts for the representatives and senators for our local communities.

Join/Donate. Become a member or financial supporter of the Ipswich River Watershed Association, and add your voice to our chorus.

Volunteer. If you want to make a bigger difference, you’ve come to the right place. Whatever your special talent, we’ve got a way for you to donate your time to protecting our hometown river. Some of our volunteer programs include:

Connect with us. Subscribe to our monthly email for the latest news, events, announcements and opportunities to protect and enjoy our hometown river. Become our friend on Facebook or follow us on Twitter!

Save Water, Save Money. The #1 threat to the Ipswich River is overuse — too many people taking water out, not enough of them putting it back. Here’s where you can learn how to make the water you use go further, leaving a little more in the river for the fish, birds, and other animals that live there.